1. Finish packing in advance
- Pack everything before the movers arrive, unless you've paid for a packing service.
- Seal all boxes securely with strong packing tape.
- Label each box with:
- The destination room
- A brief description of contents
- Whether it's fragile
2. Declutter first
Donate, recycle, or dispose of items you no longer need. Fewer belongings mean:
- A quicker move
- Lower moving costs (if charged by volume or time)
- Easier unpacking
3. Separate essential items
Pack a bag or box that stays with you, containing:
- Important documents
- Medications
- Phone chargers
- Keys
- Wallet and valuables
- Toiletries
- A change of clothes
- Snacks and water
4. Protect valuable and fragile items
Keep high-value or irreplaceable items with you whenever possible, such as:
- Jewellery
- Passports
- Laptops
- Family heirlooms
- Cash
Clearly mark fragile boxes and let the removal team know which items need extra care.
5. Prepare furniture
- Disconnect electronics and bundle cables.
- Remove shelves from bookcases if necessary.
- Secure or remove loose parts from furniture.
6. Make access easy
- Clear hallways, stairs, and doorways.
- Remove rugs or other trip hazards.
- Reserve a parking space for the removal van.
- Inform neighbours if the move may temporarily block access.
7. Check utilities
Before leaving:
- Take meter readings.
- Turn off appliances.
- Check every cupboard, drawer, loft, garage, and shed.
- Lock all windows and doors.
8. Prepare children and pets
Keep children and pets in a safe, quiet room or arrange for someone to look after them during the move to reduce stress and avoid accidents.
9. Communicate with the removal team
Before they begin, let them know about:
- Fragile or valuable items
- Heavy or awkward furniture
- Parking restrictions
- Any access issues (stairs, lifts, narrow hallways)
Moving day checklist
- ✅ Everything packed and labelled
- ✅ Essential bag set aside
- ✅ Valuables with you
- ✅ Furniture emptied and ready
- ✅ Pathways clear
- ✅ Parking arranged
- ✅ Children and pets safe
- ✅ Meter readings taken
- ✅ Final walkthrough completed
A little preparation before the removal team arrives can significantly reduce delays and help ensure your belongings are moved safely and efficiently. If you need help moving then please contact us https://lincsremovals.co.uk/contact/